ICU RN Retreat Doctors' Hospital

Retreat Doctors' Hospital Richmond, VA

ICU - RN - Retreat Hospital

Retreat Doctors' Hospital, a campus of Henrico Doctors' Hospital, is one of Healthgrades' Top 50 Hospitals in the nation. We are a 226-bed facility offering 24-hour adult and pediatric emergency care, and medical, surgical and outpatient services. The Retreat Doctors' Hospital campus is also home to the Institute of Urological Health, offering the latest innovations in urological care and surgery. Located in the historic Fan District, we are proud to bring state-of-the-art technology and compassionate care to our neighbors and the surrounding community.

Position Summary: Under general supervision, the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse (RN) staff nurse provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies and procedures. In collaboration with the patient, the patient's family and other members of the healthcare team, the clinical Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse (RN) assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and coordinates treatment plans.

*SPECIFIC ELEMENTS AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS*

1. Performs and documents total physical assessment for patients within unit Scope of Care.
2. Analyzes pertinent data, communicates findings and documents information.
3. Utilizes equipment and performs special procedures competently as related to unit Scope of Care.
4. Organizes and prioritizes nursing care for a unit specific patient assignment.
5. Administers all medications utilizing the 5 rights to medication administration.
6. Initiates and documents patient teaching and discharge planning including family and/or significant other in collaboration with multidisciplinary team members.
7. Acquires and maintains current knowledge pertinent to nursing practice in Critical Care.
8. Communicates effectively with peers, supervisors, ancillary department and other customers.

* THOSE SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS WITH AN (*) ARE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS CONSIDERED NECESSARY TO ACCOMPLISH THIS JOB.*

EXPERIENCE
Required - Current Virginia license or license pending results of State Board.
Preferred - One year experience in area of clinical expertise of which applying.

EDUCATION
Required - Graduate of accredited School of Nursing with current license as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Virginia.
Preferred - BSN degree or currently enrolled in BSN Program.

Please send an updated copy of your resume to veena.sadananda@hcahealthcare.com